No Car? No ProblemI grew up without a car. My mother was on her own, working in a garment factory, not making much money and raising a child. We relied on the bus... By Beverly Dame4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
It's Okay to Ask for AccommodationsGrowing up, I was the only person in my family who was visually impaired. At a very young age, I tried hard to assimilate. I did not want to inconvenience... By Christine Joy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Benefits of Contrast With Macular DegenerationFor hours I’d been searching for my sunglasses. I was determined not to give up, as they were my most expensive pair. They are a wrap-around kind and protect my... By Brown Eyed Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Caregiving With Geographic AtrophyIn my early 60s, I shared caregiving for my mom with my sister. Mom had wet macular degeneration requiring monthly injections. My caregiving involved taking care of my mom’s bills... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
It Goes OnThe great American poet Robert Frost made the following remark in an interview in 1954 with a Mr. Ray Joseph of The Cincinnati Enquirer: “In three words, I can sum... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Sight or Hearing? Pick One“Would you rather lose your sight or hearing?” is how it would start. It was usually late at night, in someone’s dorm room, when we should have been working on... By Beverly Dame3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Community Views: Support for People Living With Dry Macular DegenerationIf you have been diagnosed with dry macular degeneration, you may be experiencing a range of emotions that include anxiety, confusion, sadness, or disappointment. You may be wondering what your... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Don’t Suffer in Silence. Speak Up!I have had dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) for 8 years now. In the early years after diagnosis, there was very little effect on my daily life. Four years ago... By Sharon Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
When Being Diagnosed With Macular Degeneration is Good News — Really! Never could I imagine EVER thinking a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) would be GOOD news... until my friend called with this exciting news following an exam by a retina... By Linda Hoopes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
It's Important to Perform How You PracticeOne of my favorite mantras in life is, “It is important to finish what I start.” I use that phrase literally and figuratively in all aspects of my life, whether... By Christine Joy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Facing Uncertainties and Decisions With Macular DegenerationThey say "timing is everything," but with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), nothing is certain. There are many decisions to make, and it’s difficult to get the timing right. One decision... By Brown Eyed Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Our Prime Purpose in Life"Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them." - The Dalai Lama Lately I have become more... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What It’s Like to Live With Dry Age-Related Macular DegenerationAge-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in people over age 55. There are 2 types: wet and dry. The dry form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD)... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Ask an Expert: The Latest Research and Treatment for Macular DegenerationEssence Johnson, OD, FAAO, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. Inside and outside of the office, Dr. Johnson... By MacularDegeneration.net3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Low Vision in the KitchenConfession time. I buy and eat processed foods. You know, the easy-to-microwave stuff that puts dinner on the table in 5 minutes. I buy them because I know there will... By Beverly Dame3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Geographic Atrophy: A New Phase BeginsSince I began working as an advocate and writer for the Macular Degeneration community, I have blithely written about the progressive nature of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). I say "blithely"... By Sharon Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Ask an Expert: Dr. Essence Johnson Talks MD DiagnosisEssence Johnson, OD, FAAO, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. Inside and outside of the office, Dr. Johnson... By MacularDegeneration.net3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Keeping Safe With Vision LossWhen I had my last dogs, we were walking and the coyotes were howling on the hillside. When the coyotes started excitedly barking and yipping, my dogs both did a... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Be Curious About Macular DegenerationAsk questions — lots of questions. Never be reluctant to share your experiences about age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or to voice your fears and concerns. This lesson was reinforced by... By Linda Hoopes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Bright Side"No one ever injured their eyesight by looking at the bright side of things.” - The Celtic Sage Grey Wolf (UK) Macular degeneration is a lot of things. It is... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments